2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
